Successful Tribute to Miguel Ángel Falasca

🏐 Tribute to Miguel Ángel Falasca: A moving event in Benalmádena filled with love, sport, and solidarity

The past May 1st, the town of Honey Stream, in Benalmádena, was the scene of a very special event: the Tribute to Miguel Ángel Falasca, one of the great figures of Spanish volleyball. This event, which brought together friends, colleagues, and top-level players, was celebrated with a beneficial in favor of the CUDECA Foundation, allocating the funds to the creation of a pediatric palliative care unit.


🎥 Emotions on the surface: official videos of the tribute

During the event, several videos were shown that reflect the sporting and personal life of Miguel Ángel Falasca:


🏆 An event with the biggest names in Spanish volleyball

The tribute was attended by around 80 people, between players and family members, and the attendance of more than 200 spectatorsA resounding success that demonstrated the affection and respect for Miguel Ángel, both from the volleyball world and the general public.

🏐 Participating women's teams

Master Volleyball Spain

  • Carmen Corcelles
  • Mayte Téigell
  • Leticia Martín-Calderín
  • Elena Fernández
  • Laura García
  • Raquel Tormo
  • Beatriz de Miguel
  • Carmen Pereda

UDA Benalmádena Volleyball

  • Agostina Nepote
  • Ana Fernández Quiñonero
  • Ana Belén Cañas Ramírez
  • Luciana De Francesco
  • Magalí Ramos Boragnio
  • María Andrea Perea Espinosa
  • Alba Porta Cosano
  • Alba Peña Mateos
  • Azucena Natalia Zúñiga Aravena
  • Beatriz Hidalgo Molina
  • Carla Benítez
  • Julia Palma Cortés
  • Lucia Ortega Pereira
  • Miriam Álvarez Sánchez
  • Sara Perea Espinosa
    Coaches: Jesus Cañas, Fran Orgaz, Cristian Bordón

🧔 Men's teams: North and South Spain Master Volleyball

💪 South Team

  • Rafa Pascual
  • Paco Trapero
  • Victor Gonzalo
  • Joaquín Ibáñez
  • Carlos López
  • Diego Segre
  • Santi Camacho
  • Pipe
  • Roberto Magia
  • Bernardo Mora
  • Paco Laso
  • David Mora

💪 North Team

  • Juan Carlos Robles
  • José Luis Moltó
  • Nanu Cubillo
  • Juan Bonache
  • Pedro Bonache
  • José Cardenache
  • Jaime
  • Pablo Rivero
  • Rafa Chinchilla
  • Alex Rio
  • Sepe Viñas
  • Chema García
  • Manolo Martínez
  • Jaime García
  • José Luis García
    Coach: Luis Hernández

🏅 Most emotional moment: final tribute to the Falasca family

At the end of the last meeting, all attendees dedicated a unanimous applause to the family of Miguel Ángel Falasca, in an atmosphere filled with emotion and gratitude.

The commemorative plaque was delivered by the Mayor of Benalmádena, Mr. Víctor Navas Pérez, accompanied by the organizers and representatives of different sports entities:

  • Rafael Chinchilla – Water Sport Pools
  • Rafa Pascual, José Luis Moltó, Juan Carlos Robles, Pablo Rivero – Master Volleyball Spain
  • UDA Benalmádena Volleyball
  • Beatriz Zambruno – La Pole Group
  • Jorge López – CUDECA Foundation
  • Miguel Ángel Falasca's family: Carmen Fernández (mother) and Juan Carlos Falasca (father)

🙌 Thanks to all the collaborators and sponsors

This emotional event would not have been possible without the support of numerous organizations and companies:

  • Sports Area of the Benalmádena Town Hall
  • La Pole Group
  • UDA Benalmádena Volleyball
  • Water Sport Pools
  • Physiotherapy and Osteopathy of Los Ríos
  • Watervolley Spain
  • CDADM
  • ASTEyPAD (Home Health Care)
  • PALEVLAS Protector
  • TIWA Eyewear
  • AST Digital Media

📢 A tribute that leaves a mark

The tribute to Miguel Ángel Falasca was much more than a sporting event: it was an example of unity, respect and recognition to an unforgettable figure in Spanish sport. The organizers would like to thank everyone who participated and collaborated in this well-deserved tribute.